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Thank you, Miss. Moxie! How are you doing!? Do share pictures! (BTW, my parents retired in Virginia Beach after my Dad's last Naval ship duty in Norfolk. I attended Princess Ann HS in 10th grade). 4 months after plastics feeling great - all dressed up and no where to go. LOL. Enjoying our evening walks and grocery runs... Just wear these casuals out. Thankful, though, I had the surgery before this SURREAL reality. Meantime, closet inspiration. Haha. New dress purchased in Feburary yet to be worn.

Love the Legally Blonde movies!!!! Along with Bridget Jones Diaries! A hoot. I think we'll rent one tonight... along with our Banana walnut chia pudding treat. Fun! Hugs.

Thank you, Marvel Girl! Inspiration plus! We just love bananas and they are a household staple, as is Chia + walnuts. Hubby just whipped this up over his lunch break utilizing roughly his chia pear chocolate pudding prep BUT much less arduous with cooking and other complex steps. Probably cannot wait until tomorrow BUT as a treat tonight!!!... after doing business taxes at my desk all day long. Here was his quick concoction for your Banana Walnut Chia Pudding: One ripe banana, 2 tsp. cinnamon, ½ tsp. vanilla, 1cup of almond milk (he's lactose intolerant), 6 tbsp. Chia seeds and ¼ cup walnuts. Add all ingredients in bullet blender until smooth. Whisk in Chia seeds. Mix. Chill and WA LA! Can't wait. Thanks, again. Hugs! Also, sooo excited to see ms.sss take on your glittery chocolate dipped strawberries! It is my birthday Friday after all. Haha. :]

Yes, that flowery scent is wonderful! GT, something you may really enjoy is white and sweet potatoes combined in our rendition of potato pave casserole. Just slice very thinly both potato types and place aside in cool water. Build them like scalloped potatoes, but use liquid sparingly - as the pave is more structural and compact. I use 1% milk (or heavy cream), fresh thyme, parsley, a little salt + ground pepper, dab of butter and, sprinkled cheese of your choice. We use gruyere - the cheese acts as the mortar. No need for flour. Dash smoked paprika or chili flakes if you desire a kick! Place in glass baking dish at 350 for 30 minutes or more depending on the volume. The beauty of this dish is the taste and presentation. We build it up 2 " and serve as little side squares attractive from all sides, especially the varied colors and green herbs. They freeze well and are great with a salad or meat. http://old.lostrecipesfound.com/recipe/rosemary-potato-pave/

I'm not surprised, ms.sss! You are a runner, tap dancer, chef extraordinaire among many other hidden talents (haha)... Expending a tremendous amount of energy your body needs to replenish? On those days I hike three miles over hills - I definitely eat more than posted here. You may also have a more efficient metabolism? In your 40's? I have been on thyroid meds for years now addressing a sluggish system. The med also regulates hormones and hair loss for me. I still experience restriction and my nose begins to run when tummy has had enough. I like that quirky reminder. I hope it stays for awhile! Like Silly Kitty - I can consume much more roughage than a pork chop. Actually, that pork chop was not agreeing with me. Most meat cuts are just no longer appealing... BUT I keep on experimenting. I'm probably quickly becoming a flexitarian naturally enjoying on occasion chicken salad, lamb chop, chicken thigh or tender hamburger. Love egg salad, too. Salads do remain my favorite "go too" before and after WLS. And, we know you are definitely the salad queen!

Last night's dinner and lunch today made hubbies favorite dish - pork chop cacciatore. Added in some baked street corn in a lighter version. We were too lazy to get the charcoal grill going... LOL.

Would you share your recipe for the banana walnut chia pudding!?

Hubby made breakfast for us this morning, as I scurried off to the home office for early webinars etc. Scrambled egg with olive oil, red onions, red pepper and lean ham + cherries. A favorite summer fruit... Now JUST waiting for the Georgia peaches to hit the stands.

I have never thought of combining egg with sweet potato, GT! Your wraps so festive and delicious looking. Are you a sweet potato gal, too? It is a staple in our pantry. Adore smelling them bake in the oven. Covet the caramelize and naturally sweet pieces next to the skin. Looks like I need to bake one for dinner tonight! Haha. Pretty plates, too.

Hope you are having a wonderful time!

Another such person who bakes with delight, skill and love is hubs. This was his May 2017 homemade basket weave crust strawberry rhubarb pie.

Okay, NOW! hubby really needs to report back to his regular office! Although, I'm doubting your fam would ever let you venture out of their kitchen to ours! Haha. What a treasure they have in you... Your dishes exude such LOVE.

Continued the holiday weekend spirit with last night's dinner of BQ chicken thighs (thanks to ms.sss BQ recipe to die for!) and blue cheese wedge salad. Such a satisfying meal... given it would have been fried chicken and cherry pie in 2018. Cherries are back in season! Yay! ;]

Looks delish!!! My plate would be cleaned as well...

OMG, that's right! Will just kick hubby out and send him back to his real office... LOL!

Ebony and ivory twins! How cool is that. The black suede rendition is gorgeous, too - Especially with your porcelain flawless skin and deep burgundy wine polish. These sandels would look stunning with your black pleated skirt we all adore.

Thanks doll! It felt so therapeutic to get dressed up, but a little sad, too. I wonder how much longer we'll remain just in our closets? Anything fun to model for us in yours? x o ;]

Reinventing, but engaging all the Memorial holiday picnic faves + comforts. Tonight was homemade baked beans with the instant pot. A few frank bites added after. Does not look as good as it tasted! Years past, the meal would have been two butter toasted buns with hotdogs, potato chips, Pepsi, baked beans + macaroni salad. And, cherry pie and ice cream. Oh boy. Less is definitely more concentrating on just a few simple flavors at a time. Has anyone else found that to be true?

WOW! LIKE YUM! I love pork any shape or form. The cucumber salad looks divine. Would you come down and create your magnificent cuisine for us after lock down?! Chef sss - perhaps, a new calling?

Felt finally human again after trips to the salons this week for hair, nails and pedicure after 10 weeks. Tried on this new toile dress (with two belt styles) never worn, but purchased for several winter/spring charity events. So wonderful to learn the giving remotely actually exceeded that of the actual fund raising venues, like the food bank. Essential service to many who never conceived they'd be waiting in line for their next meal. Sobering, indeed.

The power suit and pin stripe certainly ruled then! I always felt so cool in my padded suit jackets with white t-shirt and dress Calvin Klein jeans with pressed creased legs! Florals are ready to explode this fall 2020 as fashion seeks a happier note and hopeful season.

GORGEOUS! Just love Knoll pieces! How wonderful you have breathed new life into these iconic classics. I had the privilege to work along side Florence Knoll Basset on several Miami projects, as a young designer. What a neat backstory and family heirloom treasures. Very cool chest. Your lounge looks like a truly inspiring place to hang out in!

Did someone say padded shoulders! Haha. Ahhhh... memory lane. ;]

Yesterday while searching for some stored picture frames under the bed - WA LA, I came across this skirt! I wore it on our first meet and lunch date with hubby February 27, 1993 in Tallahassee, Florida while in graduate school. 27 years later, a little big and a bit prim + proper Prairie school teacher look... LOL. What fun trying it on again after all these years. It would not have even got passed my thighs 15 months ago!!! And, while dressed after 10 weeks quarantine, I experimented with all the new belts yet to be worn out of the house. The skirt brought back very fond memories. Fashion will do that. Anticipating our 25th wedding anniversary gala next May, if safe and sound to do so. Does anyone else have any sentimental pieces left in their wardrobe? Might you post them? Fun! ;]

Oh Mark, you are looking A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! Way to GO honing in on your goal. Congratulations! Such a handsome Southern gentleman. Orange is a great color on you, too. Happiest Memorial Day weekend to you and yours. Y'all planning any good Tennessee cuisine or BQ bites in celebration!?